Vol. 11 No. 1 (2023)

Published: 2024-03-26


Articles

Examining Financial Business Risks: A Case Study Of Cali'S Dynamics

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) play a pivotal role in economies worldwide, comprising a significant majority of business networks. In Colombia, for instance, SMEs constitute approximately 94% of the enterprise system, driving economic activity. However, despite their importance, these

Dr. Juan Carlos Morales , Dr. Andrea López

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Untangling The Idiosyncratic Volatility Puzzle: Perspectives From The Sri Lankan Market

The Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) has been a cornerstone in asset pricing literature, assuming that investors hold well-diversified portfolios, making idiosyncratic volatility irrelevant for pricing stock returns. However, Merton (1987) contends that information asymmetries prevent

Dr. Dilani Ranasinghe , Dr. Roshan Fernando

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Exploring Bride Payments And Fertility Choices: Insights From The Mena Region

This study examines the impact of bride payments, a significant cultural and economic element within the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, on the economic independence of women within households and its potential influence on fertility decisions. Previous research has highlighted the

Dr. Layla Khalid , Dr. Omar Abdelrahman

42-60

Unraveling The Banking Liquidity Paradox: Perspectives From An Optimal Reserve Model

The banking liquidity paradox, characterized by excessively liquid banks despite the insufficient supply of business loans, is a persistent concern in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). This paradox stems from both involuntary and voluntary factors influencing commercial banks' excess reserve holdings.

Dr. Amadou Diarra

12-23